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The Bible tells us not to judge. Judgment is best left to the ultimate determiner of right and wrong Brian Burns Shirt , God. Another reason we should not judge is to protect our own reputation. We tend to judge loudest against our own sins that we see in other people. We project onto others because we don't like to see the mirror image of our sins. Look closely at what upsets you in other people and you will see yourself. We tend to be indifferent about the sins of others that we don't own ourselves. Judging others is also a dishonest way of praising ourselves and it may also reflect doubts in our own faith.

But if no one on Earth is passing judgment, who defends the faith? I believe God wants us to defend the faith. Not in the terms of a Torquemada style inquisition, but in terms of a Pauline style of apologetics. I think it can be done as long as you are discussing the behavior and not the person.

So here are some of my favorite outrageous Christian behaviors. I know I own some of these sins, but I'm pretty sure I don't own all of them. So here I go, in no particular order (at least I don't think so).

The Self-righteous Christian- I know that is redundant and we are all guilty. Try to remember that there are only two reasons why one should witness. First Devin Funchess Jersey , Jesus told you to do it. Second, because you love your fellow man. If you are self-righteous about your faith, this means your faith is in your faith and not in Jesus Christ. Don't make threats of eternal damnation (I'm saved and you're doomed to Hell.). Reach out to people out of a spirit of love, like Christ did. Yes, He occasionally spoke about damnation Shaq Thompson Jersey , and the fate of the unsaved is clear, but He seemed to reserve those speeches for the phony religious leaders. People who are very confrontational about their faith are probably wrestling with their own doubt. Christ took the calm approach because He knew the truth.

The Christian Theodicies- Sorry, I couldn't think of a better word. These are the people who speak for God outside of a Biblical context. The kinds who claim they know what God's divine judgment or other motives are when looking at current events. The kinds that say, ?Hurricane Katrina wiped out New Orleans because it was a sinful city.? I don't know why Christian people like to do this. I guess they are just trying to make some sense out of a seemingly senseless world. Now I can't make an outright claim that these examples are not divine intervention, but one really shouldn't speak on God's behalf. Besides James Bradberry Jersey , Katrina steamrollered a huge area outside of New Orleans. Did God miss the mark that day? Personally, I try to stay with the Job approach. Though God loves me, He doesn't owe me an explanation for what He does. The Holy Spirit is probably doing me a favor by leaving me out of the loop.

Televangelists- I think we can safely say that 90% of the preachers you see on television are con artists. I think this is one of the reasons why some Christians don't watch television. It's too embarrassing. We as a church should do a better job at policing up this multi-billion dollar business that preys on the elderly, the poor, the sick Taylor Moton Jersey , and the desperate. Can you picture Christ entering those television temples and kicking over the tables? Some of these guys may have started out with the best of intentions, but once that money started rolling in, they went off course. How do you know which ones are legitimate? A wise young pastor told me once that you really shouldn't become too attached to any pastor that you don't know personally. Take a good look at their ministry. Are they spreading the Gospel or are they self-promoting? Are they edifying God or themselves? Are they consumed with donations? Are their 'miracles? revealing God or are they just a sideshow? Do they sell holy trinkets and other gimmicks? You will notice that the further they move away from Christ's teachings, the more they use His name.

The Church of Your Divine Happiness- These modern churches teach that God exists to make you healthy, wealthy and happy. The leaders lay off of the heavy religious teachings and say whatever it is to get people into their church. This approach might build up their church and give them their own earthly kingdom Ian Thomas Jersey , but this Christian 'lite? doctrine doesn't build God's church. Remember, He is not here for us. We are here for Him. If your Christian purpose in life is seeking anything other than Him, then you will be disappointed.

Pop culture Christian authors- Go into a local bookstore and see if you can tell the difference between secular self-help books and Christian self-help books. Nowadays you can't. You'll see the big smiling author (pastor) on the front cover with a million dollar smile, an $80 haircut, an $800 suit Donte Jackson Jersey , plastic surgery, Botox, and an airbrushed photo. Are they sharing religion or themselves? The titles of the books will say, ?Ten steps that YOU can take to make YOUR life better,? or DJ Moore Jersey , ?How to reap God's Blessings.? Is that what Christianity is all about? I thought we were here to serve God and make other people's lives better? Remember, a secularist turns inward to improve his life. A Christian turns outward. Many of these books talk about self-esteem. I have yet to find self-esteem in the Bible. The Bible is about self-denial. And a book that sells a million copies is not necessarily righteous. I can't find one instance in the Bible where God's Word was popular.

Bad Christian leaders- If you are going to assume the role of a Christian leader you have to understand that every aspect of your life is going to be placed under a microscope. Every mistake you make is going to reflect on all other Christians and on Jesus Christ. You are responsible for Christ's reputation. Pray for strength, and then find somebody close to you, your spouse or a trusted friend, and have him or her help keep you accountable. Many men struggl . Cheap Jerseys Cheap Jerseys Cheap Jerseys Cheap Nike NFL Shirts Cheap Nike NBA Hoodies Cheap NCAA Jerseys China Cheap MLB Hoodies China Wholesale Hats Cheap Replica Jerseys Cheap Hockey Jerseys Wholsale